Accountant

About International Water-Guard Industries Inc. Are you ready to take your career to new heights? At International Water-Guard, we are proud to be the global leader in providing flight-certified potable water treatment solutions for the aviation industry. With a commitment to innovation and excellence since 1989, we serve major aircraft manufacturers and operators around the world from our headquarters in Surrey, BC. As we continue to grow, we are seeking forward-thinking individuals who share our passion for enhancing the passenger experience and advancing the future of aviation. About the Role As an integral member of our Finance team, the Accountant plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health of our organization. You will be involved in month-end activities, including preparing account reconciliations and journal entries, while delivering accurate and timely management reports and analyses. Your expertise will also support our internal control compliance, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions. Join us, and be part of a team that values your contributions! What You'll Do Uphold the highest standards of integrity and discretion in support of all financial policies and procedures while ensuring compliance with financial, legal, and regulatory requirements. Execute accounting duties with precision and promptness, including invoicing and "soft" collections, GST/PST filing, basic ledger accounting, and variance analysis. Reconcile general, credit card, and bank accounts, contributing to the overall accuracy of our financial records. Collect and enter data for KPIs and analysis, enhancing our strategic decision-making with your insights. Manage payment processing for management approval, ensuring a seamless financial operation. Take on exciting projects and additional responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Accountant or Director of Finance. What You Bring A collaborative spirit and a purpose-driven mindset, thriving in a team environment that respects internal and external stakeholders. Strong organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring follow-through on commitments. A commitment to excellence coupled with a solid work ethic and business integrity. Problem-solving skills that foster common-sense solutions to financial challenges. Effective communication skills—both written and verbal—that facilitate clear and productive interactions. A meticulous eye for detail and accuracy, ensuring precision in financial reporting. Proficiency in essential computer applications, particularly MS Excel and MS Word, with experience in QuickBooks and any ERP being a bonus. Ideally, you have 1-3 years of relevant education and experience. Why Join IWG Be part of a highly respected Canadian aerospace manufacturer with a global impact. Collaborate with a dedicated and innovative team committed to quality and excellence. Explore opportunities for career growth and personal development in a rapidly evolving industry. Enjoy an exceptional compensation package including: Competitive base salary Comprehensive employer-paid benefits Paid time off and compressed work week option for work-life balance RRSP Matching to secure your financial future Tuition Reimbursement Program to support your career development Performance Bonus to reward your contributions And more! At International Water-Guard, we recognize and appreciate the talent and dedication of all our applicants. While we thank everyone for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Please let us know if any accommodations are needed during the interview process.

The Accountant is responsible for month-end activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and the preparation of management reports. They also support internal control compliance and perform daily accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and tax filings.

Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience and strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail. Proficiency in MS Office applications is required, while experience with QuickBooks or ERP systems is considered an asset.

• Competitive compensation • Benefits

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• Account reconciliation
• Journal entries
• Management reporting
• Internal control compliance
• Accounts payable
• Accounts receivable
• Invoicing
• GST/PST filing
• Ledger accounting
• Variance analysis
• KPI analysis
• MS Excel
• MS Word
• QuickBooks
• ERP systems
• Account Reconciliation
• Management Reporting
• Financial Policy
• Organizational Skills
• Variance Analysis
• Follow Through
• Process Understanding
• Strong Work Ethic
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Receivable
• Accounting
• Internal Controls
• Management
• Finance
• Innovation
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• QuickBooks (Accounting Software)
• Verbal Communication Skills
• Water Treatment
• Collections
• Filing
• Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
• Teamwork

• Finance & Accounting
• Manufacturing
• Administrative
• Accountant
• Accountant (General)
• Accountants
• Accountants and Auditors

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week